Evaluate Algebraic Expressions

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables (like x or y), and operations (like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to evaluate an algebraic expression?

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To evaluate an algebraic expression means to substitute the values of the variables into the expression and perform the operations to find a numerical result.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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Evaluate 8a - b if a = 10 and b = 6.

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74

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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Evaluate 28/m when m = 4.

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7

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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Evaluate 4y if y = 3.

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12

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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Evaluate 2(a - 5) + 2 when a = 15.

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22

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is the formula for finding the average of two numbers x and y?

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The average of two numbers x and y is calculated as (x + y) ÷ 2.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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Evaluate (x + y) ÷ 2 if x = 14 and y = 6.

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10

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol (usually a letter) that represents an unknown number or value in an expression or equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a constant in algebra?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change, such as the number 5 or -3.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B